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DN03 XGW

2003 Triumph Tiger

Orange Petrol 955cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

30,117 mi
Last recorded30,117 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Triumph Tiger24,772 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN03 XGW
MakeTriumph
ModelTiger
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine955cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 30,117 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2024 27,996 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 26,895 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 26,820 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 26,686 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 26,455 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 25,547 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 25,540 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 1 Apr 2017 25,536 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn both discs are thin (3.2.A1l)

rear light has one tail light bulb out(there are two fitted)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 24,709 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Mar 2015 23,978 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 23,978 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 28 Mar 2014 22,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Mar 2014 22,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2013 21,623 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 20,045 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 20,043 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 17,819 miles

Front brake operation ok but with limited reserve travel. Advise bleeding out system

Fail 4 Jun 2008 17,819 miles

Centre Front Upper Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Front brake operation ok but with limited reserve travel. Advise bleeding out system

Pass 24 May 2007 15,376 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 22 May 2006 12,117 miles

How Reliable is the Triumph Tiger?

Based on 196,853 MOT tests across 24,469 vehicles.

90.6%
Pass Rate
1,327
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
24,469
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 812
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 793
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 629
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 374
Headlamp aim too low 304
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DN03 XGW is a 2003 Triumph Tiger in Orange with a 955cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2003 Triumph Tiger models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.3% with a typical mileage of 24,772 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Triumph Tiger fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 812 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DN03 XGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Triumph Tiger typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Triumph Tiger is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DN03 XGW registered?

DN03 XGW is a 2003 Triumph Tiger, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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